Delhi Air Pollution — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Vehicular Pollution Case)

1998-2002

This series of cases established the foundation for vehicular pollution control in Delhi, mandating CNG conversion for public transport, phasing out old commercial vehicles, and…

Vardhaman Kaushik v. Union of India (Firecracker Ban)

2017-2018

The Supreme Court imposed restrictions on firecracker sales and bursting in Delhi-NCR, linking it directly to air quality concerns. This case demonstrated the court's willingness…

Arjun Gopal v. Union of India (Stubble Burning)

2020-2021

The Supreme Court addressed stubble burning's contribution to Delhi's air pollution, directing compensation mechanisms for farmers and coordinated action by Punjab, Haryana, and…